Inside Wembley: How to visit the FA Cup Final venue

If you're in the grip of FA Cup fever, get closer to the action on a Wembley Stadium tour

By Jo Gardner

FA Cup Final day is almost here. And if you're disappointed to be watching on TV, you can still get a feel for the action by taking a behind-the-scenes tour. If there's someone football-mad in your life, a tour of the stadium – which hosts more than just football – makes a great gift, treat or family day out. You’ll learn more about Wembley Stadium’s fascinating history and visit parts of the venue previously only reserved for players and members of the press. We take a closer look at the Home of Football and what you can expect on a tour.

How old is Wembley?

Wembley Stadium

The original stadium opened in 1923. It was demolished in 2002, and the current Wembley Stadium was then built on the same site and opened in 2007 as the largest football stadium in England, with 90,000 seats. Despite controversy over the demolition of the original's iconic twin towers, the new Wembley is now cemented as part of the London skyline, with its instantly recognisable arch.

What’s special about it?

Wembley Stadium

Well, it's England's national football stadium, obviously. But, with its previous incarnation, Wembley has hosted some of the biggest occasions in British and world sport and music, including the 1947 Olympics, the 1966 World Cup final and the 1985 Live Aid concert. It also resonates with football fans for its long list of tournament finals, including the EFL Cup (previously the League Cup), play-offs and, of course, the FA Cup Final, as well as the FA Community Shield.

What happens on a Wembley tour?

Wembley Stadium Tour

On a guided tour of Wembley, you'll follow in the footsteps of legends, visiting areas usually reserved for players, members of the royal family and press. You’ll take a walk through the players' tunnel, look in the changing rooms and sit in the England manager’s seat in the conference room. The 75-minute tour also includes a visit to the press area, where sporting heroes are interviewed for TV and radio, and a walk up the stairs to the Royal Box, where winning trophies are presented. During the tour, you can have your photograph taken with an FA Cup replica and see the statue of the late (and great) Bobby Moore.

How do I book?

We have four different tours for different group sizes; follow the links below to find out more about each one.

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